15 Locations Around The World With Longstanding Mysteries

You’ve heard of the Bermuda Triangle. But have you ever wondered if there are other places where the map blurs into legend? Over time, strange reports have piled up—vanishings, lights, whispers. Some are brushed off, others stay open-ended. So, let’s take a closer look at fifteen mysterious spots that continue to raise eyebrows.

Point Pleasant, West Virginia, USA

A series of bizarre sightings and tragedies plagued this quiet town from 1966 to 1967. Most famously, residents reported seeing the red-eyed Mothman before the Silver Bridge collapsed, killing 46 people. Though some theorists connect the creature to other global disasters, a statue of Mothman now stands in the town square.

The Nevada Triangle, USA

Stretching between Las Vegas, Fresno, and Reno, this region has seen over 2,000 aircraft disappearances since the 1960s. Notably, billionaire aviator Steve Fossett vanished here in 2007; his wreckage wasn’t found until a year later. Pilots report GPS malfunctions and sudden downdrafts, though scientists attribute the disappearances to treacherous flying conditions.

Bennington Triangle, Vermont, USA

Between 1945 and 1950, five people disappeared in Vermont’s Green Mountains. No clues, bodies, or links connected to the missing. The area, dubbed the Bennington Triangle, is also known for strange lights and disoriented hikers. One vanished woman’s scent trail stopped abruptly at a crossroads in the woods.

The Bermuda Triangle Of The North, Alaska, USA

The Bermuda Triangle of the North is a vast, remote region in Alaska linked to strange aircraft disappearances. Reports claim over 20,000 disappearances since the 1970s, but actual figures are likely lower. Some aircraft vanish without a trace, but others have been found, such as a 1997 skull linked to a 1976 disappearance.

The Zone Of Silence, Mexico

A barren stretch of desert in northern Mexico blocks radio signals and scrambles compasses. First discovered during U.S. missile testing in the 1970s, the Zone of Silence has since become infamous for reports of glowing orbs, mutated flora, and strange beings. Scientists have never definitively explained why electromagnetic activity behaves so erratically here.

Aokigahara Forest, Japan

The foot of Mount Fuji is home to the dense Aokigahara forest, which is eerily quiet due to sound-muffling trees and porous lava rock. It is tragically known as Japan’s “Suicide Forest,” but it’s also tied to ancient folklore about demons and restless spirits. Locals warn visitors not to stray from marked paths, as many who do are never found.

The Baltic Sea Anomaly

Discovered in 2011 by a Swedish diving team, this 200-foot-wide object lies 300 feet below the Baltic Sea. Some speculate that its odd shape is artificial, while others think it’s some ancient technology. However, research suggests it’s a natural geological formation. Radar malfunctions reported near the site make the anomaly more inexplicable.

Hessdalen Valley, Norway

Since the 1940s, this remote valley has frequently been the site of white, yellow, and red floating lights hovering or darting across the sky. The Hessdalen Phenomenon peaked in the 1980s, attracting scientific investigations. While some suggest plasma or piezoelectric effects, no theory has accounted for their regularity and intensity.

Hoia Baciu Forest, Romania

Often called the “Bermuda Triangle of Transylvania,” the Hoia Baciu Forest is known for intense paranormal activity and sudden psychological effects. The forest’s reputation began in the 1960s when a military technician photographed a UFO hovering over the trees. Since then, countless others have reported sightings of orbs and strange lights.

Bhangarh Fort, India

The abandoned ruins of Bhangarh Fort are so infamous for supernatural occurrences that India’s government has posted signs forbidding entry after sunset. According to legend, a sorcerer cursed the fort after a failed attempt to win the heart of a local princess. The town was allegedly destroyed overnight, and everyone inside vanished.

Dragon’s Triangle (Taiwan/Philippines)

Known as one of the world’s twelve “vile vortices,” the Dragon’s Triangle has long been blamed for vanishing aircraft and ships. Historical records show fleets disappearing as far back as the 13th century. Modern stories echo these ancient legends, with pilots experiencing instrument failure and sailors reporting magnetic anomalies.

Skinwalker Ranch, Utah, USA

This remote property in northeastern Utah has become one of the world’s most heavily investigated paranormal hotspots. Popular for a wide range of unexplained phenomena, including cattle mutilations, poltergeist activity, and electromagnetic disturbances, Skinwalker Ranch has baffled paranormal researchers for decades. Native American legends speak of shape-shifting witches called “Skinwalkers” who haunt the land.

Lake Superior’s “Shipwreck Coast,” USA/Canada

Along Lake Superior’s southeastern shore, dozens of ships have disappeared under mysterious conditions. The SS Edmund Fitzgerald, a 729-foot freighter, sank in 1975 without sending a distress signal, despite being equipped with modern communication. Many wrecks in this region have never been found, earning it the nickname “Graveyard of the Great Lakes.”

Dyatlov Pass, Russia

In 1959, nine experienced hikers mysteriously died under strange circumstances in the Ural Mountains. Their tent was found slashed open from the inside, and their bodies were discovered scattered across the area in various states of undress. The cause of their deaths remains one of Russia’s greatest unsolved mysteries.

The Bridgewater Triangle, Massachusetts, USA

This 200-square-mile area in southeastern Massachusetts is notorious for its eerie occurrences, including cryptid sightings. Since the 1970s, numerous disappearances and paranormal events have been reported, earning it the nickname “New England’s Bermuda Triangle.” The area is also associated with Native American legends and claims of supernatural occurrences.